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Missouri Task Force 1 put on ‘alert’ as hurricane heads to Gulf Coast

Task Force 1 trailer outside of the Boone Fire Protection District Headquarters is seen on July 25, 2026. — KMIZ

By Ryan Shiner

Published October 9, 2026 6:03 PM

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Missouri Task Force 1 has been put on “alert” by FEMA as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, the Boone County Fire Protection District announced in a Friday press release.

The release says Task Force 1 was placed on alert as a Type 3 Urban Search and Rescue Task Force.

“Team members and specialized equipment are prepared for potential deployment should federal assistance be requested,” the release says.

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